>I have 2 girls that have adrenal problems. One is almost bald and the >other has a large strip missing down her back. Is there anything I can >do to protect their skin from the other ferrets rough play and is there >anything I can put on them for the dry itchies they get... Hi Tracy ~ I've been away for awhile, but read your post. I work with herbs and pets. By making a weak cup of tea of chammomile (the ingredient in sleepy time tea) from the grocery store, and a few drops(5) of calendula tincture from your health food store you can make a gentle warm wash. If your ferrets don't like baths, just gently take a wash cloth and dribble some of the wash over them twice a day. Calendula is a number one herb for all skin problems. By making a diluted wash it will not hurt if they lick it and you won't get the problems you get with creams. Warmly ~ Mary L. Conley, ND, Herbalist Conley Farm Organic Herbs Online Classes ~ Private Consultations www.Herbgrow30.com [Posted in FML issue 4476]